Two-day event includes talks from over 150 industry experts
ADVANCED ENGINEERING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED
ADVANCED ENGINEERING
Two-day event includes talks from over 150 industry experts
Advanced Engineering , the UK ’ s premier annual event for the engineering and manufacturing sectors , has announced this year ’ s keynote speakers . The six industry leaders — and 150 + other speakers — will share their expertise and insights on critical industry issues during talks across several different forums . The two-day show will take place at the NEC in Birmingham on October 30 and 31 , 2024 .
The first of this year ’ s keynote speakers , Brian Holliday , is a leading figure in industrial technology and digital manufacturing . As the head of Siemens Digital Industries for the UK and Ireland , he oversees advanced automation , industry software , systems integration and R & D . He is an expert on productivity , digital manufacturing and industrial strategy , often contributing to media discussions .
The next speaker Matthew Atkinson , lead research engineer at Jaguar Land Rover , is an expert in automotive engineering , specialising in replacing metallic structures with injection moulded composites . His work focusses on interior mechanical commodities like cockpit , seating and loadspace features and his innovative approach has earned him multiple patents , including for the Range Rover 18MY Executive Seating .
Next , Shaun Harris CBE is currently director of support and chief engineer at the Royal Air Force . With a distinguished 37-year career in the RAF , Shaun has held numerous leadership roles . His extensive experience
This year ’ s speaker lineup brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry .
spans engineering , logistics and information warfare . Shaun has served around the world , from the UK and USA to Afghanistan and Iraq .
Also set to speak are Solange Baena , UK lead for the aviation environmental roadmap at Airbus , and Leonie Moffat , laser radar sales account manager at Nikon . Last but most certainly not least is Stefan Lawrenson , senior polymer chemist at Scott Bader , who specialises in sustainable technology and polymer chemistry . His research focusses on enhancing nanoparticles and synthesising eco-friendly materials .
“ This year ’ s speaker lineup brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry ,” said Alison Willis , CEO of the show ’ s organiser , Easyfairs UK & Global . “ Their diverse expertise will provide deep insights into pressing issues like Industry 4.0 , supply chain management and sustainability .
“ This lineup highlights the spirit of innovation that Advanced Engineering is all about , and our commitment to fostering knowledge exchange within the engineering community ,” concluded Willis . “ I ’ m sure the knowledge and inspiration they ’ ll bring to the event will be of value to all visitors .”
Advanced Engineering brings together industry leaders and professionals to explore the latest innovations across multiple sectors , including aerospace , automotive , defence and security , marine and more . Attendees can expect presentations on a wide range of topics , from digitally enabled supply chains to advanced propulsion technologies . The full speaker program will be announced soon .
For more information and to register online , please visit www . AdvancedEngineeringUK . com .
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